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Dr. Daniel Cavalcanti, MD, PHD

Bridgeport, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cavalcanti, Neurosurgeon in Bridgeport, CT?

    Dr. Daniel Cavalcanti, MD, PHD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cavalcanti is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cavalcanti’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cavalcanti’s office at (203) 332-3272.

    What languages does Dr. Cavalcanti speak?

    Dr. Cavalcanti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Cavalcanti treat?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Cavalcanti diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Cavalcanti. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
    • Meningeal tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
    • Brain Disease
    • Pseudotumor cerebri
    • IIH
    • Benign intracranial hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G932: Benign intracranial hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
    • Hydrocephalus
    • NPH
    • Idiopathic Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G912: (Idiopathic) normal pressure hydrocephalus

    Also known as:

    • Benign Pituitary Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
    • Prolactinoma
    • Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
    • Pituitary adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Cavalcanti perform?

    As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Cavalcanti performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cavalcanti. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Cerebral Angiography with Catheter Placement
    • Catheter and X-ray of External Carotid Artery
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan
    • Brain Blood Vessel X-ray
    • Cervicocerebral Arch Angiography
    • Subclavian Artery Catheterization
    • External carotid angiography
    • Neck artery imaging with catheter
    • Selective carotid catheterization

    CPT Codes:

    • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36225: Selective catheter placement, subclavian or innominate artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36227: Selective catheter placement, external carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral external carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Angiography
    • Cerebral Angiography
    • Neck Artery X-ray
    • Carotid Artery Imaging
    • Brain Blood Vessel Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Specialized Vein Catheter Placement
    • Selective Venous Catheterization
    • Deep Vein Catheter Insertion
    • Diagnostic Vein Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36012: Selective catheter placement, venous system; second order, or more selective, branch (eg, left adrenal vein, petrosal sinus)

    Also known as:

    • Guided Lumbar Puncture
    • Guided Spinal Tap
    • Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
    • CT Guided Spinal Tap
    • Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture

    CPT Codes:

    • 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance

    Does Dr. Cavalcanti accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cavalcanti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 332-3272 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cavalcanti accept in Bridgeport, CT?

    Dr. Cavalcanti in Bridgeport, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Connecticut

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cavalcanti's office located?

    Dr. Daniel Cavalcanti's Primary Practice

    2800 Main St

    Bridgeport, CT 06606

    (203) 332-3272

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    Dr. Daniel Cavalcanti's Practice 2

    550 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

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    What is Dr. Cavalcanti's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cavalcanti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700377827.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cavalcanti?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cavalcanti

    What is Dr. Daniel Cavalcanti's specialty?

    Dr. Cavalcanti is a Neurosurgeon near Bridgeport, CT. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Cavalcanti to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Daniel Cavalcanti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cavalcanti is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, The Hospital of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, William W. Backus Hospital, Griffin Hospital, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Daniel Cavalcanti accepting new patients in Bridgeport, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Cavalcanti is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Cavalcanti offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cavalcanti's office at (203) 332-3272 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Daniel Cavalcanti?

    Please contact Dr. Cavalcanti's office at (203) 332-3272 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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